Cash Stopping Traffic

Everyone knows that money turns the world around, but apparently it can also stop the world. For example, on last Friday an envelope with 23,000 Euros (about $42,000) opened during a regular drive and the money fell all over the road.

The driver took an Audi A3 convertible for a test drive and placed an envelope filled with 500 Euro notes (wow) in the back seat. Since it's a convertible and the envelope wasn't sealed, the notes flew all over.

The man called the police, and they closed the road in both directions. Eventually the recovered only 40 notes out of 46. It cost the driver 3,000 Euros and the other drivers it cost hours in waiting time.

Watch for your money!
Nadav

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Hypermiling - Change your Driving, Save Gas

You have probably heard the term "hypermiling". It means extracting a better mileage out of your car without any mechanical change. It only requires a good driving skill and the ability to ignore angry drivers. Here is a video explaining some of the basics of hypermiling:



I personally can't do some of the suggestions, especially the ones regarding speed. However, coasting is great. I have some hills on my way to the nearest big city, and leaving the gas pedal causes no change in speed and vehicle control.

Please remember: DO NOT use hypermiling techniques on your driving test. The examiners don't care about your mileage, they focus on your performance. Annoying them with coasting (which is easily felt) and driving slower than required will cause you to fail. Use hypermiling techniques only when you're experienced enough. Also, don't use the dangerous techniques. Ever. They already causesd countless accidents.

Have a great week,
Nadav

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